Benin is gearing up to face Algeria in the 2014 World Cup qualifiers, with the upcoming match scheduled for June 9. Despite a previous defeat to Algeria (3-1) in Blida, the Fennecs are set to continue their winning momentum. To prepare for the crucial encounter, the Algerian team will undergo a training camp starting on May 24 in Algiers.
On the other side, Benin acknowledges the importance of consecutive matches and is determined to make each one count. Despite the loss in Blida, the Squirrels exhibited good form and aim to secure as many points as possible on their home turf.
William Dassagaté, a player for Mogas 90 and a key figure in the Beninese team, expresses confidence in Benin’s ability to control the game at the Friendship Stadium. He believes that the Squirrels have the potential to dominate the Fennecs, emphasizing that they respected Algeria too much in the initial encounter.
Dassagaté analyzes Algeria’s strengths and weaknesses, noting the Fennecs’ speed and technical prowess in counter-attacks. He identifies weaknesses in their defense, both on the sides and in the center, while expressing skepticism about the goalkeeper’s reliability.
Despite the challenges, Dassagaté remains optimistic about Benin’s chances of qualifying for the Brazilian World Cup. He is determined to secure a victory against Algeria at home and plans to approach subsequent matches, including the one against Mali, with the goal of facing the last day of qualifiers against Rwanda with confidence.
